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Early August update

I produced a ten part audio podcast series in conjunction with Sunset Magazine’s upcoming Savor the Central Coast event this fall. (Follow the link and scroll down to the “audio interviews” section.)

In addition to a three part interview with Sunset Magazine’s wine editor, Sara Schneider, we also did seven shows focuses on individual artisanal food producers located on the Central Coast, such as Thomas Hill Organics in Paso Robles and The Brown Butter Cookie Company in Cayucos, who will be participating in the Savor Event.

In other news, I’d like to gratefully share this flattering review of my book Wine Seeker’s Guide to Livermore Valley. David Armstrong’s praise for my writing quality made my year!

I’ve always had a great time producing my Audiolog show for KCBX. Both the Hopi and Navajo Nation loved my recent audio series and posted links to my shows on their websites. It’s such an honor to know that the subjects of my show appreciate my efforts.

I have a lot more news on its way, so check back in again soon.

Latest news, July 2011

I’ve recently returned from Belfast, where I attended the 100th Anniversary of Titanic’s launch at Harland & Wolfe Shipyards. Stay tuned for an upcoming story.

I’d like to thank writer Susan Stewart and Journal Plus for featuring me in the August, 2011 issue. I was honored to be profiled along with other locals, all people I admire. You can see the entire issue here. You’ll find the story about yours truly on pages 10 and 11.

And since I’m expressing my gratitude, I’d also like to extend my sincere appreciation to the Outdoor Writers Association of California for awarding my latest book, The Wine Seeker’s Guide to Livermore Valley, with the Best Guidebook Award, 3rd place. Visit the Wine Seeker’s Guides website or Amazon.com for more about the book.